The Zimbabwe Investment and Development Agency says it is strengthening investor facilitation and aftercare services under Zimbabwe’s statutory investment framework as efforts intensify to convert approved investments into operational projects that generate economic activity and employment.

In its Investor Bulletin 3 of 2026, the agency said improving coordination between investors and government institutions remains central to enhancing the country’s investment environment.

ZIDA operates under the Zimbabwe Investment and Development Agency Act, which mandates the agency to promote, coordinate and facilitate both domestic and foreign investment through a streamlined regulatory system.

The agency noted that its One Stop Investment Services Centre continues to serve as a critical platform for simplifying compliance requirements by integrating licensing authorities and regulatory agencies.

“The One Stop Investment Services Centre remains a key mechanism for improving the ease of doing business by providing coordinated licensing and regulatory services to investors,” ZIDA said.

According to the bulletin, investor facilitation has increasingly shifted beyond approvals toward ensuring implementation of licensed projects.

“Investor facilitation now focuses on ensuring that approved investment projects transition from registration to implementation, enabling tangible economic impact,” the agency said.

ZIDA explained that investment approvals issued through the agency are supported by statutory instruments and sector-specific regulations governing areas such as environmental compliance, taxation, land use and operational licensing. These statutory provisions are designed to create certainty for investors while safeguarding national economic interests.

The agency indicated that alignment between statutory authorities, ministries and local government structures is essential to reducing delays that often affect project rollout.

“Effective collaboration among ministries, regulatory authorities and local authorities is critical to improving the investment experience and facilitating project execution,” ZIDA said.

Priority investment sectors highlighted in the bulletin include manufacturing, agriculture, mining, energy and infrastructure development — areas viewed as central to industrialisation and export growth.

“These sectors remain strategic priorities as they contribute to industrialisation, export growth, value addition and employment creation,” the agency said.

ZIDA also underscored the growing importance of statutory compliance monitoring and investor aftercare services.

“Aftercare services are essential in supporting investors, resolving bottlenecks and strengthening investor confidence in Zimbabwe as an investment destination,” the agency noted.

The agency reaffirmed its commitment to promoting responsible investment aligned with national legislation and sustainable development principles.

“We remain committed to facilitating sustainable investment that promotes inclusive economic development, technology transfer and long-term value creation,” ZIDA added.

As Zimbabwe seeks to attract increased regional and international capital flows, ZIDA said continued regulatory reforms, statutory alignment and proactive investment promotion will remain key to unlocking long-term investment growth.